Jiangsu Tourism | Zen Rooms and Flowers, A Lesser-Known Temple in Southern Jiangsu - Xingfu Zen Temple in Changshu

Xingfu Zen Temple has a history The temple was originally built as the Daci Temple during the Qi Dynasty of the Southern Dynasties, renamed Xingfu Temple during the Liang Dynasty, and granted the name Poshan Xingfu Temple in the third year of the Xiantong era of the Tang Dynasty. The temple's Hall of Heavenly Kings and the Mahavira Hall are constructed with large materials, and each component is shaped in a simple and beautiful ancient style. There are also inscriptions from the Ming Dynasty that corroborate the age of the buildings, making it a precious ancient wooden structure in the Jiangnan area. At Xingfu Temple, time seems to be exquisitely still, as you listen to the cicadas and crows, imbued with the fragrance of nature. Experiencing the beautiful natural scenery is a rare opportunity to release and experience the soul. 🌟 Hidden spot: In the north area, there is a quiet pagoda courtyard surrounded by a bamboo forest; in the west area, there are the God of Wealth Hall and the Guanyin Hall, and next to the boat workshop, there is a fish pond where you can buy fish food to feed the fish, and you can hear the joyful voices of children. 🍵 There is a teahouse in the temple, and it must be said that there are really many teahouses in Changshu, including a place in the south area of the temple where you can drink tea and rest. ⛰️ Outside the temple, there is the Yushan Cableway for those who want to go directly to the top, with a one-way ticket for 40 yuan and a round-trip for 60 yuan. 🎫 The entrance fee is 10 yuan, and upon entering and turning left, you can receive three sticks of incense. 🚌 Transportation: Take bus routes such as You 5 and 7 🕰️ Opening hours: 5:30-17:00